Cinemark (CNK)


Market Price (10/16/2026): $38.53 | Market Cap: $4.4 BilSector: Communication Services | Industry: Movies & Entertainment

Cinemark (CNK)


Market Price (10/16/2026): $38.53
Market Cap: $4.4 Bil
Sector: Communication Services
Industry: Movies & Entertainment

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 5.8%, FCF Yield is 7.1%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 40%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Experience Economy & Premiumization. Themes include Experiential Retail, and Travel & Leisure Tech.

Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is 0.0%, Dist 3Y High is 0.0%

Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 56%

Key risks
CNK key risks include [1] its substantial debt load and high financial leverage.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 5.8%, FCF Yield is 7.1%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 17%
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 40%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Experience Economy & Premiumization. Themes include Experiential Retail, and Travel & Leisure Tech.
4 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is 0.0%, Dist 3Y High is 0.0%
5 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 56%
6 Key risks
CNK key risks include [1] its substantial debt load and high financial leverage.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 10/13/2026

Cinemark (CNK) stock has gained about 20% since 6/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Record-Breaking Fiscal Q2 2026 Earnings Exceed Expectations.

Cinemark reported exceptional financial results for fiscal Q2 2026 (ending June 30, 2026), with earnings released on July 30, 2026. The company posted earnings per share of $1.19, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.03 by $0.16. Worldwide revenue also rose by 15.5% year-over-year to $1.09 billion, exceeding analysts' expectations of $1.03 billion and marking the first time the company's worldwide revenue surpassed $1 billion. Furthermore, Cinemark achieved its highest adjusted EBITDA in company history at $294 million with a 27.1% margin.

2. Robust North American Box Office Performance in Fiscal Q3 2026.

The cinema industry experienced a strong rebound in fiscal Q3 2026 (July to September 2026), with North American box office ticket sales climbing an estimated 28% year-over-year to $3.03 billion. August 2026 alone recorded an estimated $1.111 billion in domestic box office, making it the highest-grossing August in 43 years of Rentrak data. This strong industry performance significantly benefited Cinemark, with analysts noting that industry box office and the company's performance substantially exceeded their expectations. Cinemark also achieved its highest domestic summer box office in company history. Key film releases like "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" became the highest-grossing domestic film of all time, further bolstering Q3 results.

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Updated on 10/13/2026

Cinemark (CNK) stock has gained about 20% since 6/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Record-Breaking Fiscal Q2 2026 Earnings Exceed Expectations.

Cinemark reported exceptional financial results for fiscal Q2 2026 (ending June 30, 2026), with earnings released on July 30, 2026. The company posted earnings per share of $1.19, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.03 by $0.16. Worldwide revenue also rose by 15.5% year-over-year to $1.09 billion, exceeding analysts' expectations of $1.03 billion and marking the first time the company's worldwide revenue surpassed $1 billion. Furthermore, Cinemark achieved its highest adjusted EBITDA in company history at $294 million with a 27.1% margin.

2. Robust North American Box Office Performance in Fiscal Q3 2026.

The cinema industry experienced a strong rebound in fiscal Q3 2026 (July to September 2026), with North American box office ticket sales climbing an estimated 28% year-over-year to $3.03 billion. August 2026 alone recorded an estimated $1.111 billion in domestic box office, making it the highest-grossing August in 43 years of Rentrak data. This strong industry performance significantly benefited Cinemark, with analysts noting that industry box office and the company's performance substantially exceeded their expectations. Cinemark also achieved its highest domestic summer box office in company history. Key film releases like "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" became the highest-grossing domestic film of all time, further bolstering Q3 results.

3. Positive Analyst Outlook and Increased Price Targets.

Following the strong performance and positive industry trends, multiple analysts reiterated "Buy" ratings and increased price targets for Cinemark's stock. StoneX maintained a "Buy" rating and a $40 price target on October 5, 2026, raising its fiscal Q3 2026 revenue estimate to $1.035 billion (an 18.3% increase) and adjusted EBITDA estimate to $248 million (a 41.7% increase). Wedbush also raised its price target for Cinemark to $45 from $43 and lifted its longer-term North American box office outlook to $10.5 billion for 2026 from $10.0 billion. The consensus analyst rating as of October 8, 2026, was "Buy" with an average price target of $39.82.

4. Strategic Company Initiatives and Shareholder Returns.

Cinemark announced several company-specific initiatives and shareholder returns that likely contributed to investor confidence. On October 1, 2026, the company revealed plans to add 20 SCREENX auditoriums across the U.S. and Latin America, indicating continued investment in premium cinematic experiences. Additionally, Cinemark declared a fiscal Q3 2026 dividend payment of $0.09 per share, with an ex-dividend date of August 26, 2026, and a payable date of September 9, 2026, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders. The company also expanded its digital marketing and personalization efforts, leveraging its 40 million addressable customers to attract younger audiences and enhance loyalty.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 21.7% change in CNK stock from 6/30/2026 to 10/15/2026 was primarily driven by a 21.4% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)630202610152026Change
Stock Price ($)31.6538.5221.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,2173,3634.5%
Net Income Margin (%)5.3%6.4%21.4%
P/E Multiple21.320.5-3.7%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)115115-0.4%
Cumulative Contribution21.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/30/2026 to 10/15/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK21.7% 
Market (SPY)3.4%9.7%
Sector (XLC)3.4%14.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 35.8% change in CNK stock from 3/31/2026 to 10/15/2026 was primarily driven by a 45.2% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)331202610152026Change
Stock Price ($)28.3638.5235.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,1153,3638.0%
Net Income Margin (%)4.4%6.4%45.2%
P/E Multiple23.820.5-13.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1161150.6%
Cumulative Contribution35.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

3/31/2026 to 10/15/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK35.8% 
Market (SPY)19.0%1.3%
Sector (XLC)0.2%17.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 39.2% change in CNK stock from 9/30/2025 to 10/15/2026 was primarily driven by a 91.5% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)930202510152026Change
Stock Price ($)27.6838.5239.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3,2173,3634.5%
Net Income Margin (%)9.1%6.4%-29.5%
P/E Multiple10.720.591.5%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)114115-1.5%
Cumulative Contribution39.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/30/2025 to 10/15/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK39.2% 
Market (SPY)16.8%7.3%
Sector (XLC)-5.5%16.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The 114.4% change in CNK stock from 9/30/2023 to 10/15/2026 was primarily driven by a 72.8% change in the company's P/S Multiple.
(LTM values as of)930202310152026Change
Stock Price ($)17.9738.52114.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2,8033,36320.0%
P/S Multiple0.81.372.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)1191153.4%
Cumulative Contribution114.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/30/2023 to 10/15/2026
ReturnCorrelation
CNK114.4% 
Market (SPY)86.7%14.4%
Sector (XLC)74.4%19.7%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
CNK Return-7%-46%63%120%-24%66%124%
Peers Return109%-46%27%20%-12%-30%5%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%14%108%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
CNK Win Rate58%33%58%75%33%80% 
Peers Win Rate52%35%45%55%43%36% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
CNK Max Drawdown-46%-57%-29%-17%-35%-16% 
Peers Max Drawdown-35%-59%-34%-40%-46%-45% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: NFLX, MPU, PLAY, DIS, LYV. See CNK Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 10/15/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventCNKS&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-16.6%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven20.0%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven42 days79 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-46.2%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven86.0%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven193 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-79.2%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven380.9%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven1699 days140 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-29.2%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven41.2%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven161 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-20.4%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.7%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven32 days15 days
2013 Taper Tantrum
  % Loss-11.9%-0.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven13.5%0.2%
  Time to Breakeven43 days1 days

Compare to NFLX, MPU, PLAY, DIS, LYV

In The Past

Cinemark's stock fell -16.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 20.0% gain to breakeven.

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EventCNKS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-46.2%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven86.0%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven193 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-79.2%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven380.9%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven1699 days140 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-29.2%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven41.2%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven161 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-20.4%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.7%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven32 days15 days
2010 Eurozone Sovereign Debt Crisis / Flash Crash
  % Loss-32.3%-15.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven47.6%18.2%
  Time to Breakeven228 days125 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-56.4%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven129.2%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven385 days1085 days

Compare to NFLX, MPU, PLAY, DIS, LYV

In The Past

Cinemark's stock fell -16.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 20.0% gain to breakeven.

Preserve Wealth

Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

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About Cinemark (CNK)

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) is a leading player in the motion picture exhibition business, operating a large chain of movie theaters across multiple countries. The company's primary function is to provide venues and facilities for the public to watch films on big screens. As of early 2022, Cinemark managed 522 theaters equipped with 5,868 screens, establishing a significant presence in the United States, South America, and Central America.

The company's main services revolve around offering an immersive cinematic experience, with its core products being movie tickets for access to a diverse selection of films. Crucially, Cinemark also generates substantial revenue from selling a wide array of concessions, including popcorn, soft drinks, and candies, enhancing the customer experience. The primary customers for Cinemark are individual moviegoers and the general public seeking out-of-home entertainment in a theatrical setting.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for Cinemark (CNK):
  • It's like AMC Theatres, but a different major movie theater chain.
  • A major movie theater operator, similar to AMC Theatres or Regal Cinemas.

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  • Movie Screenings: Cinemark provides public showings of motion pictures across its network of theaters.
  • Concessions: The company offers a variety of food, beverages, and snacks for purchase to enhance the movie-going experience.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) operates movie theaters, and as such, primarily sells directly to individuals rather than other companies. Its major customers can be categorized into the following groups:

  1. General Moviegoers: This is the broadest customer category, encompassing individuals, couples, families, and groups of friends who visit Cinemark theaters for entertainment, to watch current film releases, and enjoy concessions.
  2. Families with Children: A significant demographic often targeted by specific film releases (e.g., animated features, family-friendly adventures). These customers seek out appropriate movie content and appreciate amenities catering to a family outing.
  3. Frequent Moviegoers and Loyalty Program Members: This segment includes individuals who attend movies regularly and often subscribe to Cinemark's loyalty programs (such as the Cinemark Movie Club). These customers represent a valuable group due to their consistent patronage and engagement with the brand.

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  • The Walt Disney Company (DIS)
  • Sony Group Corporation (SONY)
  • Comcast Corporation (CMCSA)
  • Paramount Global (PARA)
  • Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (WBD)

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Sean Gamble, President and Chief Executive Officer

Sean Gamble has served as Cinemark's President and Chief Executive Officer since January 2022. He previously held roles within the company as President, Chief Operating Officer, and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 2014 to 2022. Prior to joining Cinemark, Mr. Gamble was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Universal Pictures within NBCUniversal (Comcast Corporation) from 2009 to 2014. He spent 15 years at General Electric Company in various senior leadership positions, including CFO of GE Oil & Gas' equipment business in Italy from 2007 to 2009. He joined GE in 1996 and was involved in supporting the acquisition of Universal by NBC.

Melissa Thomas, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Melissa Thomas was appointed Cinemark's Chief Financial Officer in November 2021. Before her tenure at Cinemark, she served as Chief Financial Officer for Groupon starting in August 2019, and also held roles there as Chief Accounting Officer & Treasurer and Vice President of Commercial Finance. Her prior experience includes senior finance positions at Surgical Care Affiliates and Orbitz, and she began her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Michael Cavalier, Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Business Affairs, Secretary

Michael Cavalier has been with Cinemark for over 30 years. He has served as Executive Vice President-General Counsel since February 2014 and as Secretary since December 2003. He was General Counsel from July 1997 and Associate General Counsel from July 1993 to July 1997. Before joining Cinemark, Mr. Cavalier was an Associate Attorney at Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld LLP.

Valmir Fernandes, President of Cinemark International

Valmir Fernandes possesses nearly 30 years of experience with Cinemark. He has held the position of President of Cinemark International since March 2007, following 10 years as the General Manager of Cinemark Brazil. He has extensive operating experience and expertise in the Latin American theatrical exhibition landscape.

Wanda Gierhart Fearing, Chief Marketing & Content Officer

Wanda Gierhart Fearing joined Cinemark in 2018 and was promoted to Chief Marketing and Content Officer in July 2021. Her extensive background in retail marketing includes previous roles as chief marketing officer for Neiman Marcus Group, president and CEO of TravelSmith, executive vice president of merchandising and marketing of Design Within Reach, and executive vice president and chief marketing officer of Limited Brands. Ms. Gierhart Fearing also serves as a board member for Cos Bar, a private equity-owned business.

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The key risks to Cinemark's business include intense competition from alternative entertainment options, the inherent dependence on a consistent supply of quality film content, and challenges associated with managing operational costs to maintain profitability.

  1. Competition from Streaming Services and At-Home Entertainment: Cinemark faces significant competition from the increasing prevalence of streaming services and other forms of in-home entertainment. Consumers have a growing number of choices for content viewing, and the convenience and often lower cost of at-home options present a continuous challenge to traditional moviegoing.
  2. Dependence on Film Content: The company's success is heavily reliant on the timing, quantity, and quality of film releases. A strong and consistent film slate, particularly of popular, wide-release films, is crucial for driving admissions and concession sales. Any downturn in the quality or appeal of movie offerings can directly impact Cinemark's revenue and profitability.
  3. Operational Costs and Profitability Challenges: Cinemark navigates substantial operational costs, including film rentals, concession supplies, salaries, equipment depreciation, and labor expenses. Achieving and maintaining profitability is an ongoing challenge, especially as the company must continuously invest in enhancing the customer experience, such as premium amenities like recliner seating and advanced auditoriums, to differentiate itself and attract audiences in a competitive market.

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The clear emerging threat to Cinemark is the continued erosion of the exclusive theatrical release window, driven by major film studios' increasing focus on direct-to-consumer streaming services. This strategic shift allows studios to more frequently offer premium content simultaneously in theaters and on streaming platforms, or bypass theatrical releases entirely, directly impacting the availability of high-demand films for Cinemark's screens and reducing the incentive for audiences to visit cinemas.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) primarily operates in the motion picture exhibition business, with its main products and services revolving around providing moviegoing experiences through ticket sales and concessions. The addressable markets for these services include the United States and Latin America (South and Central America), where the company operates. The addressable market sizes for Cinemark's main products and services are as follows:
  • United States: The United States movie theater market size was valued at approximately USD 16.88 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 27.21 billion by 2033, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.41% between 2026 and 2033. Another estimate places the U.S. movie market at approximately USD 23.44 billion in 2024, expected to grow to about USD 34.64 billion by 2033.
  • Latin America (South and Central America): The Latin America movie and entertainment market generated a revenue of USD 5.07 billion in 2023. Of this, movies (box office) represented the largest revenue-generating product, accounting for 75.8% of the market in 2023, implying an addressable movie market of approximately USD 3.845 billion in 2023. Specifically for South America, the movie theater market size was USD 3.18 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2031. Mexico, a key country in Latin America, led the region in box office revenue, reaching approximately USD 1.47 billion in 2023.

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Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key initiatives and market trends:

  1. Stronger Film Slate and Box Office Recovery: A robust and consistent lineup of compelling film releases is anticipated to drive increased moviegoer attendance and boost domestic box office revenue. Cinemark has consistently demonstrated its ability to outperform industry recovery benchmarks, indicating its capacity to capitalize on a healthier film slate.

  2. Growth in Concession Sales and Per Capita Spending: Cinemark has achieved record-high concession sales and per capita spending, which are significant contributors to overall revenue. The company expects to sustain this growth through strategic pricing actions, higher incidence rates, and an expanded product mix that includes enhanced food offerings.

  3. Expansion of Premium Amenities and Formats: Investments in enhancing the cinematic experience, such as the continued rollout of luxury recliners and the expansion of premium formats like Cinemark XD, D-BOX, IMAX, and ScreenX, are expected to attract more patrons and command higher ticket prices. These premium offerings are a significant driver of box office outperformance.

  4. Strategic Pricing Opportunities: Management anticipates a modest increase in average ticket prices over the coming years. This growth will be fueled by strategic pricing opportunities across its offerings and the continued expansion of higher-priced premium viewing experiences.

  5. Growth of the Cinemark Movie Club Subscription Program: The proprietary subscription service, Cinemark Movie Club (also referred to as Cinemark Plus), has shown substantial membership growth. This program fosters customer loyalty and provides a stable, recurring revenue stream by driving frequent visitation, with members accounting for a significant portion of total attendance.

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Share Repurchases

  • Cinemark's Board of Directors authorized a new $300 million share repurchase program in November 2025.
  • In March 2025, the company completed its first-ever stock buyback program, repurchasing $200 million of common stock, equating to 7.93 million shares at an average price of $25.22.
  • The company completed a $75 million share repurchase in Q4 2025, representing nearly 3% of its outstanding shares.

Share Issuance

  • Cinemark issued shares upon the maturity of convertible notes and warrant settlements in 2025.
  • The company plans to issue shares for any incremental exposure above the strike price related to the settlement of its $460 million convertible notes in August 2025.

Capital Expenditures

  • Cinemark expects capital expenditures to increase to $250 million in 2026, with approximately $50 million to $60 million allocated to international markets and the remainder to the U.S.
  • Capital expenditures for fiscal year 2025 were projected at $225 million, a notable increase from $151 million in the prior fiscal year (2024).
  • Over the three years ending in early 2026, Cinemark reinvested over $500 million in capital expenditures, focusing on new developments, theater upgrades, expanded deployment of laser projection systems, luxury recliners, advanced sound systems, and new builds in under-penetrated areas.

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Peer Outperformance in Movies & Entertainment

CNK has outperformed 87% of its 23 Movies & Entertainment peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are IMAX and MSGS. Movies & Entertainment ranks 4th of 9 industries in Communication Services by median 5Y return.
Share of Movies & Entertainment constituents that CNK has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
68%
of 28 industry peers · 44.4% return
3Y
81%
of 26 industry peers · 141.0% return
5Y
87%
of 23 industry peers · 94.9% return
Movies & Entertainment peers with revenue growth within 4pp of CNK's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
CNK Cinemark 6.4% 20.5x 44.4%141.0%94.9% —
IMAX Imax 5.9% 69.2x 62.6%190.1%152.3% +57pp
MSGS Madison Square Garden Sports 9.3% 1,258.8x 81.2%122.8%125.2% +30pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Communication Services sector, ranked by 5Y. Movies & Entertainment is CNK's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Wireless Telecommunication Services 3 -24.1%15.9%41.2% ECHO 245% · TMUS 41%
Publishing 5 27.2%12.0%22.4% NYT 37% · NWSA 32%
Integrated Telecommunication Services 21 -12.0%-8.7%-21.6% GSAT 262% · AD 132% · TDS 103%
Movies & Entertainment ← 24 7.6%45.7%-33.9% IMAX 152% · MSGS 125% · BATRA 101%
Alternative Carriers 3 -19.4%13.3%-59.0% IRDM 23% · LUMN -59%
Advertising 18 -29.4%-6.3%-66.3% APP 185% · OMC 26% · STGW 1%
Interactive Home Entertainment 8 -41.1%-17.4%-69.9% TTWO 18% · RBLX -38% · PINS -57%
Broadcasting 14 -16.1%-25.9%-72.1% FOXA 59% · NXST 26% · SIRI -51%
Interactive Media & Services 33 -33.9%-33.4%-73.2% GOOGL 148% · META 129% · CARG -13%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are limited to companies above $2B market cap.

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Financials

CNKNFLXMPUPLAYDISLYVMedian
NameCinemark Netflix Mega Mat.Dave & B.Walt Dis.Live Nat. 
Mkt Price38.5371.802.427.85110.62172.4855.16
Mkt Cap4.4300.8--192.340.2116.2
Rev LTM3,36348,371--98,86126,27337,322
Op Inc LTM45214,355--15,0277717,563
FCF LTM31311,152--8,2931,3754,834
FCF 3Y Avg2778,824--9,2669984,911
CFO LTM57911,971--16,9892,6097,290
CFO 3Y Avg4659,400--16,4631,8655,632

Growth & Margins

CNKNFLXMPUPLAYDISLYVMedian
NameCinemark Netflix Mega Mat.Dave & B.Walt Dis.Live Nat. 
Rev Chg LTM4.5%16.0%--4.6%10.8%7.7%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg6.4%14.6%--4.0%11.5%8.9%
Rev Chg Q15.5%13.4%--6.8%9.4%11.4%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM4.5%3.2%--1.6%2.6%2.9%
Op Inc Chg LTM9.5%16.7%--7.5%-22.0%8.5%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg23.7%37.6%--27.6%-2.5%25.6%
Op Mgn LTM13.4%29.7%--15.2%2.9%14.3%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg11.9%27.7%--14.2%3.8%13.0%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM1.2%-0.0%--0.9%0.0%0.5%
CFO/Rev LTM17.2%24.7%--17.2%9.9%17.2%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg14.7%22.1%--17.4%7.5%16.0%
FCF/Rev LTM9.3%23.1%--8.4%5.2%8.8%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg8.8%20.7%--9.8%4.0%9.3%

Valuation

CNKNFLXMPUPLAYDISLYVMedian
NameCinemark Netflix Mega Mat.Dave & B.Walt Dis.Live Nat. 
Mkt Cap4.4300.8--192.340.2116.2
P/S1.36.2--1.91.51.7
P/Op Inc9.821.0--12.852.116.9
P/EBIT11.017.3--13.240.115.3
P/E20.522.0--22.4298.122.2
P/CFO7.725.1--11.315.413.4
Total Yield5.8%4.5%--5.0%0.3%4.8%
Dividend Yield0.9%0.0%--0.5%0.0%0.2%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg7.8%2.5%--4.9%2.9%3.9%
D/E0.70.0--0.20.30.3
Net D/E0.60.0--0.20.10.1

Returns

CNKNFLXMPUPLAYDISLYVMedian
NameCinemark Netflix Mega Mat.Dave & B.Walt Dis.Live Nat. 
1M Rtn13.6%-7.8%-35.7%14.4%3.9%1.3%2.6%
3M Rtn29.4%-3.4%-50.9%-25.5%10.9%-4.1%-3.8%
6M Rtn29.2%-33.4%-83.1%-44.9%7.3%7.4%-13.1%
12M Rtn44.4%-40.3%-89.8%-58.8%0.5%11.1%-19.9%
3Y Rtn141.1%99.0%-86.0%-77.9%33.1%101.5%66.1%
1M Excs Rtn9.8%-9.4%-28.5%11.1%-0.0%-2.6%-1.3%
3M Excs Rtn22.3%-0.5%-53.1%-27.6%8.5%-9.0%-4.7%
6M Excs Rtn18.3%-44.1%-93.7%-55.6%-3.8%-3.5%-24.0%
12M Excs Rtn31.6%-58.2%-106.1%-75.4%-16.8%-4.6%-37.5%
3Y Excs Rtn29.1%14.1%-164.4%-156.2%-46.1%20.2%-16.0%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Admissions revenue1,5451,5221,5561,247780
Concession revenue1,2271,1981,192938562
Other revenue19118317414285
Screen advertising, screen rental and promotional revenue15214614512784
Total3,1153,0503,0672,4551,510


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$38.52 
Market Cap ($ Bil)4.4 
First Trading Date04/24/2007 
Distance from 52W High0.0% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$36.44$30.30
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA5.7%27.1%
 3M1YR
Volatility32.1%39.6%
Downside Capture-38.383.82
Upside Capture77.2244.93
Correlation (S&P 500)18.5%8.5%
CNK Betas & Captures as of 9/30/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta1.100.920.480.100.260.35
Up Beta1.311.430.73-0.300.140.46
Down Beta0.661.490.52-0.310.500.33
Up Capture136%71%72%55%28%13%
Bmk +ve Days6162766132424
Stock +ve Days10193365127378
Down Capture62%66%-19%3%1%33%
Bmk -ve Days16263760120328
Stock -ve Days12233160123367

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CNK
CNK49.3%39.6%1.09-
Sector ETF (XLC)-2.4%16.0%-0.3515.7%
Equity (SPY)17.6%12.7%0.997.4%
Gold (GLD)0.5%29.5%0.02-0.7%
Commodities (DBC)50.9%20.7%1.88-12.1%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.7%13.7%0.088.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-28.1%43.7%-0.630.1%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CNK
CNK13.0%42.4%0.41-
Sector ETF (XLC)7.4%21.0%0.2635.4%
Equity (SPY)13.4%17.1%0.6032.3%
Gold (GLD)18.5%18.9%0.793.4%
Commodities (DBC)9.7%19.5%0.385.5%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.1%18.8%-0.0527.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)8.7%51.8%0.3514.8%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with CNK
CNK1.4%56.1%0.24-
Sector ETF (XLC)9.1%22.1%0.4530.5%
Equity (SPY)15.4%17.9%0.7330.2%
Gold (GLD)12.2%16.4%0.61-3.8%
Commodities (DBC)8.2%18.1%0.3715.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.0%20.7%0.2031.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)63.1%66.2%1.0311.7%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date9302026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity8.4 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 915202615.9%
Average Daily Volume2.4 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest3.4 days
Basic Shares Quantity115.2 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares7.3%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 9/1/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
7/30/20263.6%8.3%5.1%
5/1/2026-6.4%-6.9%5.5%
2/18/20264.1%1.2%5.3%
11/5/20257.6%13.7%-17.7%
5/2/20251.4%3.7%10.8%
2/19/2025-13.6%-19.3%-20.8%
10/31/2024-2.4%0.9%13.3%
8/2/20247.6%12.5%18.6%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive141314
# Negative9109
Median Positive3.9%4.6%10.7%
Median Negative-2.4%-2.8%-12.2%
Max Positive9.4%54.2%69.2%
Max Negative-13.6%-19.3%-29.7%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
7/30/20263.6%8.3%5.1%
5/1/2026-6.4%-6.9%5.5%
2/18/20264.1%1.2%5.3%
11/5/20257.6%13.7%-17.7%
5/2/20251.4%3.7%10.8%
2/19/2025-13.6%-19.3%-20.8%
10/31/2024-2.4%0.9%13.3%
8/2/20247.6%12.5%18.6%
5/2/20240.9%-0.3%-0.9%
2/16/2024-0.1%-1.6%10.5%
11/3/2023-2.4%-12.1%-12.2%
8/4/20231.2%2.9%-1.7%
5/5/2023-2.2%-0.2%5.1%
2/24/20231.4%5.2%2.5%
11/4/20229.4%12.3%24.8%
8/5/2022-13.4%-12.0%-29.7%
5/6/20220.6%-2.3%12.8%
2/25/2022-0.2%-1.2%-3.8%
11/5/20218.2%4.0%-18.7%
8/6/20211.9%-3.3%10.9%
5/7/20215.3%2.8%10.5%
2/26/2021-1.5%4.6%-9.7%
11/5/20206.2%54.2%69.2%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive141314
# Negative9109
Median Positive3.9%4.6%10.7%
Median Negative-2.4%-2.8%-12.2%
Max Positive9.4%54.2%69.2%
Max Negative-13.6%-19.3%-29.7%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202607/30/202610-Q
03/31/202605/01/202610-Q
12/31/202502/18/202610-K
09/30/202511/05/202510-Q
06/30/202508/01/202510-Q
03/31/202505/02/202510-Q
12/31/202402/19/202510-K
09/30/202410/31/202410-Q
06/30/202408/02/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/16/202410-K
09/30/202311/03/202310-Q
06/30/202308/04/202310-Q
03/31/202305/05/202310-Q
12/31/202202/24/202310-K
09/30/202211/04/202210-Q
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202607/30/202610-Q
03/31/202605/01/202610-Q
12/31/202502/18/202610-K
09/30/202511/05/202510-Q
06/30/202508/01/202510-Q
03/31/202505/02/202510-Q
12/31/202402/19/202510-K
09/30/202410/31/202410-Q
06/30/202408/02/202410-Q
03/31/202405/02/202410-Q
12/31/202302/16/202410-K
09/30/202311/03/202310-Q
06/30/202308/04/202310-Q
03/31/202305/05/202310-Q
12/31/202202/24/202310-K
09/30/202211/04/202210-Q
06/30/202208/05/202210-Q
03/31/202205/06/202210-Q
12/31/202102/25/202210-K
09/30/202111/05/202110-Q
06/30/202108/06/202110-Q
03/31/202105/07/202110-Q
12/31/202002/26/202110-K
09/30/202011/05/202010-Q
06/30/202008/04/202010-Q
03/31/202006/03/202010-Q
12/31/201902/21/202010-K
09/30/201911/05/201910-Q

Insider Activity

Updated 9/28/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Zoradi, Mark Mark & Cathy Zoradi 96 Rev TrustSell504202629.52150,0004,428,0008,460,668Form
2Thomas, MelissaEVP, Chief Financial OfficerDirectSell205202626.057,944206,9414,152,787Form
3Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202532.3885,2292,759,71514,137,367Form
4Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202516.172,00032,3401,970,250Form
5Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202510.5820,000211,6001,310,291Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Zoradi, Mark Mark & Cathy Zoradi 96 Rev TrustSell504202629.52150,0004,428,0008,460,668Form
2Thomas, MelissaEVP, Chief Financial OfficerDirectSell205202626.057,944206,9414,152,787Form
3Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202532.3885,2292,759,71514,137,367Form
4Zoradi, Mark Family TrustSell1222202516.172,00032,3401,970,250Form
5Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202510.5820,000211,6001,310,291Form
6Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202525.4110,000254,1502,639,246Form
7Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202528.7710,000287,7002,699,949Form
8Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202532.195,000160,950448,085Form
9Zoradi, Mark Family TrustBuy1222202532.835,000164,150292,844Form
10Thomas, MelissaEVP, Chief Financial OfficerDirectSell1211202524.8122,082547,8544,152,202Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Oct 16, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Lavaca Capital LLC$58.2 Mil10.8%277TRIM -64.3%13F
Park West Asset Management LLC$29.2 Mil2.6%48TRIM -29.4%13F
Luxor Capital Group, LP$6.5 Mil1.0%38TRIM -8.1%13F
Glendon Capital Management LP$7.4 Mil0.9%25TRIM -50.0%13F
Active Manager
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Lavaca Capital LLC$58.2 Mil10.8%277TRIM -64.3%13F
Glendon Capital Management LP$7.4 Mil0.9%25TRIM -50.0%13F
Park West Asset Management LLC$29.2 Mil2.6%48TRIM -29.4%13F
Luxor Capital Group, LP$6.5 Mil1.0%38TRIM -8.1%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Lavaca Capital LLC$58.2 Mil10.8%277TRIM -64.3%13F
Park West Asset Management LLC$29.2 Mil2.6%48TRIM -29.4%13F
Glendon Capital Management LP$7.4 Mil0.9%25TRIM -50.0%13F
Luxor Capital Group, LP$6.5 Mil1.0%38TRIM -8.1%13F

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